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In a statement on Sunday, the union acknowledged concerns raised by patients and their families but cautioned against collectively blaming frontline healthcare workers for systemic problems beyond their control.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Oluga said he was grateful to those who believed he could make the cut for a political position but maintained that his priority was delivering on the mandate entrusted to him.
Oluga further argued that Kenya’s strong economic and transport links with the region necessitate heightened preparedness, noting that many Kenyans continue to travel frequently for work-related activities in the DRC.
According to the Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga, recent disease outbreaks and global pandemics had exposed vulnerabilities that require sustained and deliberate action.
Principal Secretary Ouma Oluga has announced a six-month maternal and newborn health initiative from May 2026, urging Kenya’s counties to fix systemic gaps in data use, accountability and service access.
Speaking on Tuesday at the Kenya Partners Convening (KPC) 2026 in Nairobi, he emphasised stronger collaboration among governments and partners to address declining donor support and ensure sustainable, locally driven development across key sectors like health, education, and agriculture.
Medical PS Ouma Oluga says Kenya rejected any specimen-sharing in the new US health framework, insisting all patient data and samples remain under Kenyan law while research cooperation continues.
In a statement on Friday, Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga said the country is currently facing shortages of the BCG, Polio, and Rota Virus vaccines.
The panel brought together top health officials worldwide to explore ways to strengthen health systems and improve readiness for future health crises.
The protests come as top Ministry of Health officials, including Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, are attending the World Health Assembly in Geneva from May 19 to 27.
This marks a significant step in improving kidney care in the country.
The goal is to enroll the remaining 49,900 inmates, bringing the total to 57,900 across the country, in alignment with the ongoing UHC agenda
The resolution also addressed the future of the health workers currently employed under the program.
